Responsibilities & Opportunities

This position has the knowledge and demonstrates ability to operate state of the art mixers, pumping equipment, hi-speed mixers, and tinting equipment in the production area. Follow process orders from beginning to end and record all pertinent information. Individual will add materials at specified quantities and times, observe temperatures and or mixtures and chemical reactions, record necessary batch information, and take, conduct and record samples at designated times to ensure timely, consistent, quality batches. Mixer will operate forklift and other material handling equipment. Participate in confined space entry pot cleaning activities, which include use of body harness and extraction system. Mixing position will participate in determining and implementing corrective actions. This position may also be assigned tasks in other functional areas as required to help support overall success of the facility.

    Compensation Range: $23.50 - $25.50 per hour

     

    Preferred Skills

    Basic qualifications:

    • High School Diploma or GED.
    • 1 year of experience in manufacturing is preferred.
    • 1 year of forklift experience is preferred.
    • Must have experience in confined space entry.
    • Previous mixing or compounding experience a plus.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Operate automatic and semi-automatic machines to position.  
    • Clean and prepare workstation and machines.  
    • Assemble and test components and ensure adherence to specified requirements, soldering experience is an asset.  
    • Perform simple electrical and continuity testing of electronic components, parts, and systems.  
    • Identify and mark acceptable and defective assemblies.  
    • Check final assembly for finish, labelling, and packaging methods.  
    • Production reporting   
    • Complete other tasks as required and/or directed.  
    • Maintain compliance with established policies and procedures and related labor laws.  
    • Will lift 65 pounds throughout the shift. Maximum lifting requirements are 80 - 90 pounds and must be able to push/pull up to 100 - 150 pounds.
    • Must be able to wear all required PPE including air purified respirators. 

    Perks & Benefits

    Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance available day one, 401k with 5% company match, bonuses, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and educational assistance.

    Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.

    Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

    Community Involvement:  Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.

    Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

    Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

    About Sika

    With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

    Sika has offices in 103 countries with over 400 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,000 employees worldwide. With annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.